Home Based Franchise opportunities to start in Bridgwater

What to know before opening a business in Bridgwater

Are you considering opening a franchise? Bridgwater, in South West England, could have a lot to offer. By becoming a franchisee, you could receive training and marketing support from an established brand while managing your own business. Check out the brands currently recruiting in Sedgemoor. With your interests and business goals in mind, have a look at our range of franchising opportunities.

There are 123,000 people living in the Sedgemoor area. The majority of residents are aged over 60 years old. The local unemployment rate of 4.6% is high compared to the national average of 4%. The local labour force consists of 60,100 people, representing 84.1% of the population. The average annual salary across the United Kingdom is £30,629. With a gross income averaging £27,365, residents of Sedgemoor have a slightly lower salary than the national average.

Why start a franchise in the Home Based business sector?

If you're interested in becoming a franchisee in the Home Based business sector, have a look at our 30 franchise options currently available in the field.

Three franchise businesses worth reading about

Countrywide Signs is a competitive business operating in the Home Based business sector. Initially, you would need to invest £19,995 to get your own Countrywide Signs business up and running. These low startup costs make this a good franchising option for first-time franchisees. If you can't afford the startup costs on your own, you may qualify for financial aid.

Agency Express, open since 1998, is another interesting option. The brand's network is vast, counting 117 locations across the country. The company is now mature and a leader within the sector, having grown its franchise community for 22 years. In order to start an Agency Express business, a reasonable initial investment of £24,500 is required. If you plan on getting a loan to cover the startup costs, you will usually need to cover 30 to 50% of the total investment yourself. Agency Express requires a personal investment of at least £12,500. Whether you're an established franchisee or a first-time investor, the low startup costs mean that this could be a good option for you. You may be eligible for financial assistance.

As a final example, take a look at Christmas Decorators. In business since 2007, Christmas Decorators has proved itself to be a successful business and leader in the sector in its 13 years since opening. By joining its network of 40 franchisees, you could contribute to this brand's success. To open your own Christmas Decorators business, you will need an initial investment of £25,000. These low startup costs make it a good option to pursue for first-time franchisees. An investment in this franchise entitles you to financial aid, if eligible. See our website for more information.

If you are interested in the Home Based business sector and would like to discover more franchising options, check out the 30 brands available in this sector. Point Franchise has 236 franchising opportunities across a wide variety of sectors. So if this sector isn't for you, there are still lots of investment options to explore.

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